Finance Specialist - IFS​/Statements of accounts

Interim Finance Specialist – IFRS 16 / Statement of Accounts

A Unitary Authority

6-month contract | Primarily remote | Market day rate

Panoramic Associates is working with a unitary authority seeking an experienced interim finance professional to provide technical accounting expertise, particularly on IFRS 16 lease accounting.

This is a hands‑on, technical interim role. The successful candidate will support either (or both):

Option 1 – IFRS 16 / Lease Accounting (preferred):

• Review and interpret lease agreements in line with IFRS 16
• Assess and model leases, ensuring correct accounting treatment
• Review and validate the lease register
• Resolve technical issues relating to lease accounting

Option 2 – Statement of Accounts Production:

• Support the production of the Statement of Accounts
• Work alongside an existing team that will close the accounts, but requires additional resources to produce them
• Assist with technical accounting queries raised during the audit

• Proven experience working in a large local authority
• Strong technical accounting background
• Experience with Statement of Accounts and/or IFRS 16
• Ability to work independently and deliver to tight deadlines
• NHS finance experience will be acceptable (particularly where lease interpretation is involved)
• Experience working with estates or asset systems
• Familiarity with P2
  
  Net (desirable, not essential)

Role is primarily remote

Occasional on‑site attendance may be required, though systems (including P2

Net) can largely be accessed remotely

6‑month contract

Day rate:
Market rate (subject to approval)